HAVE A PLAN
One of the simplest things to getting through a crisis is actually having a plan. I know that sounds simple, but yet so many people never get to this point. They panic, they pout, the pass blame, and worry, but they never take the time to sit down, write out a plan, and execute it.
Here are some key elements to your plan:
- God First - Make sure your plan includes daily habits that help you put your trust and focus on God.
- Reasonable Goals - Write out the goals of your action plan, including dates. Don't just write down random things that can never be accomplished.
- TImetable - I know this should go along with goals, but for some people it doesn't. You need to benchmark your goals with a timetable that is aggressive, but doable.
- Accountability - Find a friend, or mentor, who will hold you accountable. Don't pick a close family member because many times it will cause strife. On the other hand, don't pick a friend that will always let you off the hook.
- Embrace the pain - Moving through crisis often times requires pain and sacrifice. If I want to lose 10 lbs. I have to sacrifice some things I love. The same is true with any plan to bounce back from crisis. It does take SACRIFICE.
- Start immediately!!!
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